Reconstruction Project Director

Our client is seeking an experienced Reconstruction Project Director to join their team in the restoration and mitigation industry. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in residential and commercial reconstruction, project management, budgeting, estimating, and team leadership. This role involves overseeing reconstruction projects, managing schedules and budgets, and coordinating with subcontractors, insurance adjusters, and clients. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills, with a commitment to quality workmanship, timely project completion, and customer satisfaction.

Position Overview
The Reconstruction Project Director (PD) is responsible for the end-to-end leadership of reconstruction projects, with full accountability for financial performance, client experience, and project outcomes. The Project Director serves as the primary owner of scope, budget, margin, and client communication, ensuring reconstruction projects are delivered profitably, compliantly, and standards. This role partners closely with Superintendents and field leadership to align execution with approved scope,
schedule, and budget while proactively managing risk, change, and stakeholder expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Contract Ownership

• Develop, finalize, and manage scopes of work and estimates, including Xactimate
• documentation
• Own project budgets, margin performance, forecasting, and cost controls
• Review and approve change orders, supplements, and pricing adjustments
• Participate in Work-in-Progress (WIP) reviews and revenue forecasting
• Ensure projects are prepared for final invoicing and successful closeout Client & Stakeholder Leadership
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, carriers, and key stakeholders
• Set and manage customer expectations throughout the project lifecycle
• Lead issue resolution and client escalations as needed
• Maintain strong relationships that drive customer satisfaction and repeat business

Project Oversight & Coordination

• Partner with Superintendents to ensure field execution aligns with approved scope and budget
• Identify project risks and implement corrective actions to protect outcomes
• Approve deviations from standard protocols when required to ensure project success
• Ensure compliance with contractual, regulatory, and company standards

Operational & Strategic Contribution

• Own overall project outcomes and performance
• Prioritize resources across multiple projects in partnership with Operations leadership
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on margin, efficiency, and delivery quality

Competencies & Skills

• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and margin
• Advanced knowledge of reconstruction estimating and scope development
• Excellent client communication and stakeholder management skills
• Sound judgment and decision-making under pressure
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Proficiency with Xactimate and project documentation systems

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in construction and/or restoration project leadership
• Demonstrated experience managing project financials and customer relationships
• Experience working with insurance carriers and adjusters preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Valid driver’s license in accordance with company policy

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
This role operates in a combination of office and active job-site environments. The Project Director must be adaptable, organized, and comfortable leading in dynamic, fast-paced conditions with the ability to perform all office activities typically expected in an office setting, including:

• Remaining seated for extended periods
• Engaging in computer work
• Lifting and carrying office supplies (up to 25 pounds)
• Regularly required to talk and hear while performing job duties
• Fine hand manipulation skills (such as keyboarding)
• Exposure to general office conditions during work
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

Equal Employment Opportunity

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. These protections apply to actual or perceived characteristics, association with a person with a protected characteristic, and any combination of protected characteristics.

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs or practices, as required by applicable law. If you need an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact mtoovey@lynichor.com

Pay: From $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000